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Theatre & Performing Arts
Spring Awakenings
In a world where curiosity is stifled and questions are met with silence, a group of teenagers finds themselves thrust into the chaos of adolescence…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Spring Awakenings
In a world where curiosity is stifled and questions are met with silence, a group of teenagers finds themselves thrust into the chaos of adolescence…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Cut to the Chase 2025
A staple of Chicago theater for over two decades, CUT TO THE CHASE presents six new plays as one fun night of theater. This year’s…
Music & Comedy
R&B Invitation Tour
The R&B Invitation Tour, featuring R&B legends Joe, Musiq Soulchild and Eric Benét, will take over the Arie Crown Theater in Chicago on May 2, 2025, for an evening of smooth vocals and timeless…
Music & Comedy
STAND-UP MOMEDY: Mother’s Day kickoff with Kristen Toomey
Moms. You know one. You have one. You may even BE one. They’re everywhere. And BOY, could they use a laugh. Luckily, we’ve got just what…
Music & Comedy
R&B Invitation Tour: Joe, Musiq Soulchild & Eric Benet
The R&B Invitation Tour, featuring R&B legends Joe, Musiq Soulchild and Eric Benét, will take over the Arie Crown Theater in Chicago on May 2,…
Sports & Recreation
SPIN Chicago First Fridays – “Dare to Rep Chi-Town”
Bringing the house party energy to Chicago, join SPIN on the first Friday of the month for an evening of ping pong, play and endless…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Lowkey Funny Comedy Show
This monthly show will shine light on some of Chicago’s emerging talent in stand-up, improv/ sketch comedy, and up and coming music artists. Break away…
Tours & Attractions
Latin Dance Night
Immerse yourself in a cultural experience on Friday evening! It’s the new and exciting Salsa & Bachata Night at Takito Street, where you can immerse…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Comedy Dance Chicago presents: 8-BITS
We’re back with all new bits! This joyful mixture of sketch comedy and dance is filled with a variety of characters that are sure to…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Voila: The Improvised Musical
iO Chicago presents: a fully made-up, off-off-off Broadway style musical every Friday at 10pm in the Fremont Theater. Spend your Friday night with us. See…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Hitch*Cocktails
A Chicago based improv comedy show and drinking game based on the works of Alfred Hitchcock. Based on an audience suggestion, the cast weave together…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Franz West: Millennium Park
Franz West” Millennium Park features two monumental installations by West: Stonehenge (2011) and Dorit (2002), set against the iconic backdrop of Millennium Park. Stonehenge, with…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Two hundred fifty one days
Two hundred fifty one days, a solo exhibition by Bryana Bibbs, is an artist’s exploration of loss, ancestry, time, and memory. The show’s title references…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Marriott Theatre Presents: Titanic The Musical
Chicagoland’s longest running musical theatre, Marriott Theatre, continues its 50th Anniversary Season celebration with the epic production of Titanic The Musical, directed and choreographed by…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Comic Book Day Comic Shop Crawl
Every year, on the first Saturday in May, the industry comes together to give away free comics and encourage both curious, first-time comic book readers…
Theatre & Performing Arts
GO DOG GO! • VE PERRO ¡VE!
Come along with these delightful dogs as they drive, swim, play baseball and make their way to the big dog party — all in a…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective
What do a red sequin burlesque costume, a pair of original Air Jordan 1s, a baby’s wool bathing suit, and an enormous white tulle Christian…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Play For All at Chicago Children’s Museum
Play For All Saturday, April 5 at 10 am First Saturday of Every Month (through June 2026) Chicago Children’s Museum’s Play For All initiative…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Marché Privé
Marché Privé, a curated luxury pop-up market, is proud to announce its returning event celebrating Chicago’s BIPOC creative entrepreneurs. Scheduled to coincide with Derby Day,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
May Mercadito Artisan Fair
The Mercadito (Spanish for “minimarket”) is a craft fair that showcases artist vendors offering a diverse range of handmade crafts. Visitors will find unique artisanal…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Flight of Butterflies
ntroducing the Flight of Butterflies! This city-wide exhibit merges nature, art, and story telling, creating a memorable experience for all in Chicago. Local artists adorn…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
The Art and Science of Arachnids
Get ready to encounter a variety of fascinating animals in The Art and Science of Arachnids! Visitors of all ages will have the opportunity to experience…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Level Up: Writers & Gamers
Embark on a thrilling adventure into the world of game writing! Level Up: Writers & Gamers takes you on a journey from the 1970s to today,…
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